2008 Smart ForTwo vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 2008 Smart ForTwo. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Smart ForTwo. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Smart ForTwo | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Smart | Porsche |
Model | ForTwo | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 530 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 2730 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1870 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 67 L |